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Self-destructive behaviour — the enemy within 

Future Tense

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Managing Will Energy and Self-Control

The chapter explores the concept of will energy and its crucial role in self-control, using a cookie scenario to illustrate how it can be depleted, leading to loss of self-control. It delves into the three regions around temptations and the importance of staying outside the 'danger zone' to prevent self-destructive behavior. The discussion also covers the neuroscience behind habits, emphasizing their formation and the role of cognitive factors in successful habit modification.

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